Albany Gynecomastia Male Breast Surgery
Male Breast Reduction (Gynecomastia) Overview
Snickers. Surprised looks. Snide comments. Serious embarrassment. Sometimes depression. All of these can happen to men who have overly large, female-like breasts. This is not that uncommon. But it is very common for a man who has these types of breasts to experience great displeasure with the look of their chests. Male breast reduction surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York can give men a renewed sense of confidence by restoring a more masculine, natural male appearance to their chests.
What causes it? Why are my breasts so prominent? I'm a man in pretty good shape. I watch my weight. I exercise. But, no matter no matter what I do, my breasts are just not as flat and masculine appearing as I would like. If you have asked yourself these questions, you are by far not alone. Overly prominent male breasts are relatively common.
It's estimated that between as many as 40 to 60 percent of men have this condition, but they just don't talk about it or do anything to correct it. It affects the way you look at yourself and can affect the way you feel about your appearance. It's always on your mind when you're choosing clothing. You spend a lot of time trying to make your large breasts less noticeable by the clothing you wear. You dread having to take off your shirt at the beach. Simply put, you're embarrassed. Well, you're not alone. The good news is male reduction surgery at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York can help you gain a more masculine, natural male chest contour and greatly renew your self confidence.
Haven't you waited long enough? Now's the time to do something about the way your breasts look. It's time to contact the experienced, talented and caring plastic surgeons at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York and make a private consultation.
The Procedure
Sometimes men with overly large breasts can have liposuction alone to remove the excess fat that is the primary cause of their increased breast size. In other cases, excess skin tissue may need to be removed surgically. In either situation, the plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany will make small incisions in areas that are not noticeable such as around the nipples or in the armpits. Through these small incisions the plastic surgeon removes either fatty tissue through liposuction or eliminates the excess skin tissue surgically. During your consultation at The Plastic Surgery Group, your Albany plastic surgeon will determine which method will be the most effective for you.
In most cases, male breast reduction is performed on an outpatient basis and is usually complete in just an hour or two. Sometimes, in more complex cases, a brief hospital stay may be necessary. A general or a local anesthetic will be used depending on the type and extent of male breast reduction surgery your plastic surgeon has planned for you. This will be discussed in detail with you during your private consultation at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York.
Recovering
After your male breast reduction surgery, it's normal to feel some soreness and experience some bruising and swelling. Your plastic surgeon can prescribe medications that will help you feel more comfortable during the first day or two following your surgery. Wearing a prescribed elasticized bandage will also help alleviate swelling. You'll be advised to wear this for a couple of weeks, particularly at night when sleeping. Your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group, serving Schenectady, Saratoga and Albany, will give you detailed post-operative instructions that will help you feel the most comfortable and enhance the healing process.
The down-time following male breast reduction surgery is generally short. You'll be up and walking around soon after your procedure and many men return to work in just a day or two. If stitches were placed during the surgery, they will most likely be removed in a week or two. It's important to avoid strenuous activities, heavy exercise and contact sports for two to three weeks following your male breast reduction surgery.
Give yourself about a month's time to completely recuperate before your return to your regular activities.
It's also important to keep a shirt on in sunlight for six weeks or more. Sunlight can affect the pigmentation of your skin, especially around the area of the incisions and make scars much darker than they would be if not exposed to direct sunlight. If you do go swimming or otherwise expose your chest to the sun, wear a sunblock and limit your exposure time.
Potential Risks and Complications
Male breast reduction surgery is a safe and relatively risk-free procedure that can greatly enhance a man's self confidence. All surgery carries with it some risk of infection or an adverse reaction to anesthesia, but these conditions can be effectively treated by medication prescribed by your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group.
Common Questions About Male Breast Surgery
Why are my breasts so prominent?
Enlarged male breasts can be caused by excess fatty tissue beneath the breasts or excess skin tissue around the breasts. This is a relatively common condition in men and can be easily corrected through male breast reduction surgery.
Does insurance cover male breast reduction surgery?
In most cases insurance does not cover this procedure, but you should check with you insurance provider and discuss insurance coverage with your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany.
Down-time is quite short for this surgery. In most cases, men are back at work in just a couple of days. Full recovery may take up to a month or more, but you may resume many of your normal activities during this time.
How long will the results last?
Male breast reduction surgery is a permanent solution for this relatively common problem among men.
Just one of my breasts appears too large. Is this normal?
In some cases, a man will have one breast that is larger than the other. This can be the result of excess fatty tissue beneath that breast or excess skin tissue around it. This can be corrected through male breast reduction surgery.
Will I be in the hospital?
In most cases, male breast reduction surgery is performed on an out-patient basis and you'll be home the same day of your surgery. Sometimes, in more complex cases, a brief hospital stay will be required. Your plastic surgeon at The Plastic Surgery Group in Albany, New York will discuss this with you during your private consultation.
To find out more about male breast surgery in Albany, New York, contact The Plastic Surgery Group at 518-438-0505 or send us an email today. Fill our our online form for a complimentary cosmetic consultation.
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